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Stephen’s Shore Announce Neptune EP

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Every few years Stephen’s Shore gift us the glory of a new track, much like they’re doing today with the announcement of their new Neptune EP. It’s difficult to decide which aspect of the tune I’m more attracted to after my first five or six listens here. At one point, the way the jangling guitars open up on the back of a bobbing bass line feels like the sun’s coming up over the hills here in Austin; there’s a natural bright emotive quality that one can’t escape. That said, there’s this wistful nostalgia in the vocal presentation. The notes are warm, though there’s a bit of looking back that pervades, even in the lyrics. A bright way to kick off a new EP; Neptune is out via Meritorio Records on May 10th.

Marcel Wave Announce Something Looming

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If you were all aboard the Dry Cleaning brand of jangling post-punk with spoken words, but then felt a little desensitized, might I ask you to check in on Marcel Wave. In many ways, the bands both employ similar sentiments in some of the jittering mannerisms, but ultimately, I find this London bunch a lot more springy. Skip into the song and you’ll likely notice the fashionable post-punk plod, that is, until you hit the chorus where there’s a sparkling disco-ball vocal performance bouncing rays of light all across the track. There’s also some aggressiveness too in spots, hinting at the right type of edge we might find on Something Looming; the LP drops June 14th via Upset the Rhythm/Feel It Records.

JW Francis Shares Turtleneck Weather

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Feel like Friday is the perfect day to lock into a new track from JW Francis; his music just feels fitting for looking to the weekend, as he locks into these classic guitar grooves with a really clever vocal delivery. I’m finding that there are definitely elements in this tune that feel like they’re channeling a pop version of Lou Reed, particularly in the style of delivery and some of the playful vocal notes that get added in for extra musical flavor. This single drops today, along with a slew of tour dates as JW makes his way across the country, so be sure to check in if you’re looking for a solid show.

Baula Share Santa Fe Single

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Swedish duo Baula popped into my listening rotation a few weeks back with the excellent “Mercury in Retrograde,” and now there’s another single to whet your appetite before they unleash Heavy Heart, No Tears. They’re an outfit that’s flirting with the darker underbelly of good pop songwriting; you can hear them flirting with melodic structures throughout this track, though it still has a smattering of noise. Growling guitars and thumping drum hits work in contrast to the sharp softness of the vocals; the chorus also utilizes a perfect set up before cymbals crash and guitar lines cut through the mix. Nice follow up, and I’m looking forward to the record, which drops on April 26th.

Moon Cowboy Shares Baby Jane

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You’ll notice the tendencies of modern shoegaze the instant you press play on the new single from Portugal’s Moon Cowboy; you get a wash of distortion and feedback reverberating around a melodic core. For me, it’s the entrance of the vocals that really cemented my infatuation, bringing in this gentleness that perhaps works in contrast to the genre’s expectations; it reminds me of my wife trying to soothe the heavy emotions of one of our children, calming and loving all at once. For some reason, it sort of feels like Galaxy 500 if they had dipped their toes in the dream pop world, so I reckon you’re going to love it.

Bibi Club Share Parc de Beauvoir Single

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There’s something incredibly freeing about listening to the latest from Bibi Club; the song employs some of the signature moves of modern indie rock, though in that, they seem to escape some of the trappings of mimicry. Personally, I love the simplicity of the guitar line, playing with a really light jingle that bobs and weaves, occasionally taking on a little mid-track excursion. Still, that simplicity sets up Adele Trottier-Rivard’s vocals, allowing her to snake between each chord and snapping drum beat. Maybe it’s just me, but I’m really enjoying every little bit that’s sneaking out from their new record Feu de garde, out May 10th via Secret City Records.

New Music from Snowy Band

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If you follow bands like Pop Filter or the Ocean Party, Snowy Band should be familiar to you (or if you read the production notes on all your favorite Aussie acts). If not, check out this brand new single from Snow Halliwell’s project, coming with the announcement of Age Difference, a new LP. There’s a calmed subtlety here, almost fragile with the recording capture the fingers moving up and down the frets; Snowy’s voice is barely above a whisper, though as it pulls you in, you start to hear a little bit more of the musicality seep through your speakers. Backing vocals from his bandmates lift the emotional element, then piano notes tickle your fancy and string arrangements continue to flesh the song’s entirety. Age Difference will be out on July 19th via Blossom Rot Records.

 

Houses of Heaven Share Strange Temptation

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Last time we were out jamming to Houses of Heaven they offered up the dark club hit “Deserve,” but as we dive in deeper with another single, they’re not afraid to hit things a little harder in the electronic realm. I love the pulsating rhythmic beat of this tune, though it definitely carries a sharper industrial edge than we had on that last hit. Even the vocal work feels a bit more strained, a bit more aggressive in its presentation…and, of course, I don’t mind that one single bit. When you hit the chorus, or what seems as it it fits that role, there’s this murky pop underbelly, though it gets shielded by the wash and the pulsing synth notes. This whole record is starting to feel like one great dark pop journey, and I’m totally here for it. They’ll be releasing Within/Without on April 26th via Felte.

Lunchbox Share I’m Yours, You’re Mine Single

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We’ve already been gifted the opening track from the new Lunchbox LP, and the band follow it up appropriately with the album’s second track. This track displays the true power of pop, as the tune works efficiently with a stomp and clanging tambourines; the vocals are delivered in this matching moment that seeks to meet up with the march. Still, further success lays in the chorus, hinting at a slightly more melodious moment, then it gets buoyed by some additional horn arrangements. Catchy and cool, you’re going to want to dip your toes in the proverbial pop waters below; Slumberland Records will release Pop and Circumstance on May 10th.

Babehoven Share Ella’s From Somewhere Else

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Admittedly, I’ve been in more of a rocking mood the last few years, but there’s something in this season that’s really made me yearn for music just like Babehoven crafted for their new record. For instance, they offer up this new single with little more than a forlorn bit of strumming, setting up the calmed brood of the vocals. Just as you think the tune will settle in under the blankets with you, the percussion kicks in, bringing just a bit more spirit to the tune, though it never loses that initial intimacy. Sounds continue to fill in from behind, continually building and at that point, you’re caught, drifting away on the tail of the song. Really excited for Water’s Here In You, dropping on April 26th.

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